Online Resources

Access pre- and post-visit resources related to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s Senate Immersion Module (SIM). Current SIM topics include climate and energy policy and election reform.

This teaching resource provides tools and materials to simulate the legislative process in middle and high school classrooms. Choose from the library of real legislation to have your students take on the role of United States senators and examine a topic of national importance.

Access pre- and post-visit resources related to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute’s Pathway to Citizenship program and Pathway to Environmental Justice program. These materials can be used in conjunction with your visit to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute or as a stand alone lesson within your classroom. 

Explore resources, activities, and lesson plans that support educators in facilitating dialogue within their classroom on various policy topics and controversial issues.

Turn your classroom into a legislative body with these lesson plans, activities, and student materials related to environment and climate policy.

Looking to teach your students about the United States Senate and the chamber where senators work? Explore our free resources to find the perfect lesson or activity for your classroom.

Combine your students’ passion for civics and art with these unique lessons, materials, and projects.

Looking to find the perfect program for your students? Check out these documents, each document outlines how our academic programs align to the social studies curriculum standards of your state.